Malaysia Honors Swami Vivekananda's Legacy of Peace and Tolerance
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Synopsis
On February 10, the Ramakrishna Mission in Malaysia celebrated its 25th anniversary and Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary, focusing on his vision of education, social service, self-reliance, and spiritual growth.
Key Takeaways
- Celebration of Swami Vivekananda's teachings
- 25 events planned by Ramakrishna Mission Malaysia
- Participation of over 150 attendees
- Focus on education and social welfare
- Promotion of universal brotherhood
Kuala Lumpur, Feb 10 (NationPress) Celebrating 25 years of its establishment in Malaysia and marking the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, the Ramakrishna Mission held a significant event emphasizing the leader's vision of education, social service, self-reliance, and spiritual development.
In collaboration with the High Commission of India in Kuala Lumpur and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in Malaysia, the mission organized an event titled 'Arise, Awake' at the Penang Institute that attracted over 150 attendees from various sectors, including children from local Tamil schools and representatives from the media.
This event marked the second in a series of 25 planned activities initiated by the Ramakrishna Mission Malaysia, guided by its President, Swami Supriyananda. The first event, named 'Be and Make', took place in Kuala Lumpur on January 12.
The event featured Y B Dato Seri Sundarajoo Somu, the Penang State EXCO (State Minister) for Housing and Environment, who served as the chief guest. The Indian High Commissioner B N Reddy welcomed the participants and praised Swami Supriyananda for his visionary leadership spanning over 15 years.
During his speech, Reddy recognized the efforts of the Ramakrishna Mission Malaysia in organizing such events and its unyielding dedication to the spiritual and social welfare of mankind.
Swami Satyalokananda, Vice-President of the Ramakrishna Mission in Singapore, also attended the event and delivered the keynote address.
On the sidelines, the High Commission of India arranged an exhibition showcasing the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda, accompanied by a display of books.
The Indian High Commissioner presented books about Swami Vivekananda to the Penang Institute, a prominent think tank in the country.
Swami Vivekananda's messages of tolerance and peace resonate globally, transcending various religions and sects.
He visited Malaysia in 1893, and an ashram was constructed in 1904 by Sri Lankan Tamil immigrants to honor this spiritual figure.
The Ramakrishna Mission was founded in Malaysia in 2001. Approximately ten years ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a 12-feet bronze statue of Swami Vivekananda in Malaysia, stating that the sage symbolizes India's soul.
The teachings of Swami Vivekananda provide a bridge for strengthening cultural, historical, and spiritual ties between India and Malaysia, a message that was emphasized.
In Malaysia, Swami Vivekananda's principles are upheld through the Ramakrishna Mission, which has branches nationwide. The mission is also committed to character building and the notion of universal brotherhood, making it accessible to individuals from various backgrounds.
